Everyone who is issued an Iowa One Card or UI Health Care Badge will have their photo taken for their first card.*

On occasion we require an individual to have their photo retaken if they need a replacement card.  Reasons for requiring a new photo include:

  • Two or more years have passed since the last photo was captured
  • The individual's appearance is different than the current photo
  • The quality of the current photo does not meet our standards

ID Photo Standards

  • Photos must be an unobstructed, full-frontal view of the face that is a representation of the natural and true appearance of the cardholder
  • No facial or hand gestures or foreign objects are allowed in the photo
  • Hats, sunglasses, bandanas, and any other clothing that might obstruct the view of the face may not be worn
  • All head wear must be removed, unless worn for valid religious or medical reasons
  • No picture retakes are allowed unless the photo is unusable due to closed eyes or other unforeseen problem

 Examples of ID photo standards can be found on the page for Online Photo Submission Requirements.

*Please note that only incoming, new undergraduate students who have registered for SOAR are permitted to submit a photo online.